Figuring Out the Carbon Footprint of Mass Timber Structures Just Got Easier

For builders working with mass timber, a new tool helps to find out exactly how much carbon these structures are emitting. Developed for the new Portland, OR airport terminal that features an innovative use of mass timber, the University of Washington’s Applied Research Consortium’s new tool called UpStream solves a big question for builders. “We […]

Can Wearable Tech Help Builders Impacted by Record Heat?

It’s always hot in Texas in the summer, but 2023 is turning into a year of record heat waves, creating enormous concerns for workers, especially in the construction business, who need to do their jobs outside when the temperature is consistently in triple digits. One Dallas-based contractor is trying to address these concerns with new […]